AI. VR. NLP. Organizations spend billions investing in new tech for recruitment, training, performance management and more. Where is it all heading? This eBook shares the biggest tech trends that are revolutionizing HR.

Need help building your case internally for better onboarding? These statistics paint a clear picture of why a robust program is essential to recruiting, engagement, satisfaction and performance.
Also, few hiring managers realize increasing your hiring speed can have one of the largest impacts on hiring results. Use these tips to hire better, and faster!

Superstars not accepting your offers? Here's how to effectively sell your company and opportunities -- and get more high performers to sign on the dotted line.
Also, Leo Babauta shares a simple method for managing disorder -- and keeping your sanity.

Sometimes, you gotta cut your losses and walk away from a candidate -- even in today's employment market! If you're hiring, look for these signs that a budding employment relationship is already on the rocks.

Employer branding tools are the most innovative talent acquisition technologies implemented in the past two years -- yet only half of employers leverage them! If you want to attract and retain better talent, grab your digital scrub brush and polish your company rep. This guide shows you how.

You devote a ton of time, effort and money to programs that are supposed to keep employees healthy and engaged. Where are all those amazing results? Find out why most initiatives fail -- and how to get more bang for your wellness buck.

Increasing legalization of marijuana (both medical and recreational) is prompting employers across the nation to re-examine their policies. While it's never acceptable for an individual to work under the influence, what's the right drug policy for your organization in light of changing legislation? Get the facts here.

The reason for prohibiting questions about a candidate's salary history is clear: Closing the gender pay gap. What's less clear? How evolving legislation will impact your hiring process. Here's how to stay compliant -- and still find out what you need to know.

These days, talent is in the driver's seat. Guess what: They steer toward companies with an amazing culture! Here's how to define, build and flaunt yours -- and get high performers to flock to (and stay with) you.

These trends will shape the future of recruiting and HR itself in the year ahead. Here's what you need to know.
Plus, are the holidays and year-end rush leaving you feeling frazzled, overwhelmed or anxious? Turn things around by giving yourself this amazing (and free) gift.

Generic job postings don't work. And gimmicks may grab attention (you're reading this, right?), but they aren't likely to convert. In today's hypercompetitive talent market, here's how to write postings that stand out (in a good way) and make great candidates think, "I HAVE to apply to this one!"

A single disgruntled worker can destroy your company’s reputation. Here’s how to handle an online complainer effectively -- and prevent future problems with a comprehensive social media policy.
Also, nobody is great at everything -- but that doesn’t mean you have to live with your weaknesses. Here’s how to transform them into professional assets.

Just show them where their work space is, toss 'em a pen, and send your new hire off to the races. Well it's not that easy. Here's a bunch of great tips to improve your onboarding process.
Plus, what would it take to get your life decluttered and organized? You'd be surprised at the difference a few smart rules could make.

Strict laws and an extremely vigilant EEOC have made the process of protecting your company -- and making great hires -- more complex and risky than ever. Use this list of "dos" and "don'ts" to conduct effective, compliant criminal background checks.
Also, Artificial intelligence is undeniably transforming HR. Here's how leading employers are leveraging AI to improve sourcing, screening and selection -- and how to protect your value, so you're not replaced by an algorithm.

Or are loyalty, motivation and engagement driven by other factors? Find out what you should be focusing on to get the best from employees.
Plus, building a high-functioning team starts with accurately judging each individual's character. Use these 10 tips to hone your abilities.

Open enrollment may be over, but you can use your retirement benefits offerings as a year-round recruiting and retention tool. Here's what's new for 2017 -- and how to leverage your offerings to build your employment brand and strengthen your talent magnet.

2017 is just a few weeks away! Use this handy checklist to wrap up 2016 to-dos and prepare for a Happy -- and compliant -- New Year.
The U.S. gender wage gap may be narrower than ever, but it's still over DOUBLE the size of other industrialized nations'.

This month we share a practical guide to "strike a talent goldmine" -- by overhauling your employee referral program.
Also, self-talk has an incredibly powerful influence on your ability to change your behavior. So if you want to build better habits, start by telling yourself a good story.

Sexual harassment is painfully common, but it can be hard to stop, especially if victims are afraid to report it. Know the law and learn the best ways to spot, stop and ultimately prevent this type of workplace discrimination.
Plus, use our step-by-step guide to get paid what you’re truly worth.

Social recruiting is undeniably important, but it's not your only option (especially in a tight candidate market). Use the handy how-to chart in this month's newsletter to recruit "social ghosts" -- talented people who aren't addicted to their phones.
And,if you've experienced a recent setback or failure on the job, here's how to turn it around.

Could that employee you recently reprimanded or terminated be seeking revenge by claiming discrimination? Here's how to recognize -- and reduce -- your risk for retaliation claims.
Plus, Productivity Pro Laura Stack shares seven tips for sneaking away from the office a little earlier (and making a little more time for summer fun!).

The push is on for paid parental leave. Find out what's on the horizon, and how the right leave policy can help you attract and retain great employees.
And, tips to make every moment of your day count--by working smarter.

How can your workplace avoid getting burned by the summer "brain drain"? Just use the helpful hints in this month's newsletter.
Also, we'll share tips on how to make every meeting more productive, enjoyable...and fun!

The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration is shifting from a "quantity" to a "quality" approach this year -- which means increased scrutiny and more complex inspections (yikes!). Here's what every smart HR pro should do to prepare for OSHA's newer, more "impactful" inspections.
And, we'll look at what causes dysfunctional thinking at work -- and how to kick it to the curb!

It takes three licks to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop. If only counting your employees was that simple! New ACA definitions and NLRB joint employer standards can make determining headcount feel like a real guessing game. Get the facts. Know your numbers. And stay compliant.

In this issue we'll discuss the power of the anonymous employee survey. It can give you a true understanding of how your team feels about you.
And, a two-step process to simplify, let go and feel better about yourself at day's end.

In today's tight talent market, you can't afford to rule out an otherwise promising candidate for the wrong reason. Follow the guide in this month's Strategies for Success to make the right decision.
Plus what happens when candidates red flag you?!

Dreading your busy season? Your company relies on you to find the right help -- with the right skills -- right when you need them. Start planning now. This handy guide contains all the tips and tricks you need to get it right (and keep your sanity!).
And, productivity expert Laura Stack shares small changes you can make to be a lot happier (and more productive) in your job.

Sometimes the truth is tough to handle. But if you want to succeed in HR you have to learn to deal with the truth. In this month's featured article we'll show you how to get the honest feedback you need to truly improve your performance and move ahead.
Plus we'll share simple meditation techniques to clear your head and relax your body.

In this issue:
-Bleeding Edge HR--Is Your Approach Too Conservative?
-HR Blog Watch: The Key to Great HR? It's All About Great Customer Service
-When I Grow Up
-Feel Free to Stop Caring About These Five Things

It may not be HR's job to create a great corporate
culture. But it's your job to sell it. If you want your employees
to embrace your company's way of life, tell them all about it--
before they've even signed a contract.

We talk a lot about motivation in the workplace--a whole industry has sprung up around it! But sometimes the easiest way to keep yourself and your employees on track is to look at not what you have to do, but at what you've done.

If you want to be really successful, it's important to make
time for your work and your life. You'll be more productive
and avoid getting burned out.
In this edition of 60 Second Solutions, you'll find seven
ways to keep burnout at bay.

Are you on Pinterest? I'm sure you've heard about it--it's
become the rock star of the social media world, driving
more traffic to company websites and blogs than YouTube,
Google+ and LinkedIn combined. So are you using it in
your HR department?

Itâ€™s Relationships 101. Don't treat your staffing
firm like an afterthought. Or a place to turn to only when
you're in a bind. If you only communicate with them when you
need something, or at the last minute, you won't get the most
out of your relationship.

Did you know that only 18 percent of the full-time
workforce is actively looking for a new job? And that most
employers are only reaching a fraction of that 18 percent?
Let's not get bogged down by numbers--this article will
show you how to reach that untapped talent pool.

How can you keep your organization competitive in
the drive for top employees? With company culture becoming
an important factor in career decisions, savvy employers
make it their business to know what good employees are looking
for, and they make sure to publicize what sets them apart
from the competition.

It seems that reports of bullying are everywhere you turn lately.
Stories of young teenagers being subjected to the behavior of
bullies has ignited a national consciousness. But bullying isn't
confined to schools and teenagers. It's also a major issue in
today's workforce.

Sometimes candidates look great on paper, or in the
interview, but end up being a total bust. Weed out the "THAT
guys" of the business world and make better hires by integrating
personality tests into your hiring process.

Does your company have an effective social media policy?
Like it or not, LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter have become
essential business tools, and you need to set clear guidelines
about what your employees can--and cannot--do.
In this issue of 60 Second Solutions, we'll show you the three
specific topics your social media policy must cover.

Is your organization experiencing high turnover in any areas?
Are you worried about the potential of losing key employees?
This article will show you how to use exit interviews with
your soon to be ex-employees to help you reduce attrition at
your organization.

If you're not getting back to EVERY candidate who submits a
resume or job application, you may be making people angry,
and in today's world of social media, angry candidates can
do great damage to your company's reputation.

Increase profits...Reduce payroll expenses...Improve retention
And you thought staffing firms were only good for providing fill-ins.
We wanted to take a little break from the normal format of
60 Second Solutions to provide you with some great case
studies of companies that--through the creative use of
staffing--were able to tackle significant business challenges!

About 25 million meetings take place in corporate America daily.
Can you imagine how much we could get done if we just stopped
meeting so much?
Actually, the secret is not to get rid of meetings, but to
take a different approach. How? Read on to discover how you
can become a world-class leader of high performance meetings.

Would you like to...
- Get more work done...without having to work harder?
- Have more resources to take on new projects?
- Eliminate overtime expenses?
- Prevent staff burnout?
- Reduce turnover?
If so, then keep reading!
In this 60 Second Solution, you'll discover one of the most powerful ways you can actually do more and spend less!

Employees are becoming increasingly sophisticated about the ways they beat the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). To protect your business, you need to become just as sophisticated about managing requests for leave.

Have you seen Eddie Haskell lately?
No, we're not talking about everyone's favorite charmer
from Leave It To Beaver. We're talking about those job
candidates who say and do all the right things during the
interview...but then turn out to be nightmare employees.
The article below will show you how you can "Eddie Proof"
your candidate evaluation process.

Are you overwhelmed with unqualified candidates? HR professionals
recently reported that resume overload is their number one hiring challenge. In this 60 Second Solution, you'll find out how you can
cut through the clutter--and reduce your headaches!